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Saving Lives on the Job: The Importance of CPR and AED Training for Construction and Outdoor Workers

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Medic Response Health and Safety
29
Mar

Medic Response Health & Safety offers CPR AED training courses for Construction and Outdoor workers. In high-risk industries like construction, electrical contracting, landscaping, and road construction, workplace safety isn’t just a priority—it’s a necessity. While strict safety protocols and equipment can mitigate many dangers, emergencies can still occur, and being prepared to respond swiftly can […]

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Training, Wilderness

Widerness and Remote First Aid Course

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Wilderness Training
07
Feb

Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Medic Response Health & Safety offer a Wilderness and Remote First Aid Course (2 days). The course provides individuals with a […]

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October 16 is World Restart a Heart Day

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Group CPR Training
16
Oct

World Restart a Heart Day on October 16 is a global initiative to increase awareness about the importance of bystander CPR and to increase actual bystander CPR rates worldwide. Knowing how to respond in an emergency, especially the ability to perform CPR, is a skill set that saves lives each day. Each year, over 350,000 […]

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October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Month

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Bleeding control and first aid kits
05
Oct

More than 356,000 people have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the United States every year. Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. More than 356,000 people have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the United States every year, and about 60% to 80% of them die before reaching the hospital. Sudden Cardiac […]

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Should Teachers in Maryland be CPR and First Aid Certified?

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Maryland Teacher Certification - Medic Response Health and Safety
16
Aug

Medic Response Health & Safety offers Heartsaver First Aid, CPR and AED training courses. CPR and first aid certification can be valuable skills for anyone, including teachers and daycare providers, as they can potentially help in emergency situations both inside and outside the classroom or daycare facility. Even if not mandated by state regulations, some […]

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What is an AED and why do you need one?

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What is an AED? Medic Response Health and Safety
15
Aug

An AED is designed to analyze the heart’s rhythm and, if necessary, administer an electrical shock to restore a normal heartbeat. An AED, or Automated External Defibrillator, is a portable medical device used to treat sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) by delivering an electric shock to the heart. Sudden cardiac arrest occurs when the heart’s normal […]

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How can you be Prepared for Workspace Violence and Injury?

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Workplace violence and injury
26
Jul

Nearly 50% of U.S. Employers are not prepared for workplace violence incidents. Medic Response Health & Safety can help prepare your business. Being prepared medically for workplace violence involves placing strong emphasis on medical training and supplies to ensure the safety and well-being of employees in the event of an incident. Here are key measures […]

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CPR, AED & First Aid Training: Airport Staff

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CPR, AED and First Aid Training for Airports
21
Jul

CPR , AED, and First Aid training are of crucial importance at airports of all sizes. Medic Response Health and Safety can help train your staff. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), AED (Automated External Defibrillator), and First Aid training are of crucial importance at airports of all sizes – large, regional, and small. Airports are bustling environments […]

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September is National Preparedness Month: Are you ready?

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September Emergency Preparedness Month
11
Jul

The primary goal of National Preparedness Month is to raise awareness and promote actions that help individuals, families, and communities prepare for emergencies and disasters. National Preparedness Month (NPM) is an annual observance held every September. It is sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Ready Campaign, in collaboration with various government […]

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First Aid and CPR Training for Tattoo Parlors: It’s the Law

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Tattoo Parlor first aid cpr medic response health and safety
23
Jun

Medic Response Health & Safety offers first aid and CPR training for Tattoo Parlor professionals. Being trained in first aid is crucial for professionals working in tattoo parlors for several reasons. Here are some key points highlighting the importance of first aid training in tattoo parlors: 1. Emergency Response: Tattoo procedures involve the use of […]

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The Importance of CPR and First Aid Training for Landscaping and Nursery Professionals

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landscaping nursery first aid training - Medic Response Health and Safety
20
Jun

Medic Response Health & Safety offers CPR and First Aid Training for the Landscaping/Nusery Industry CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and First Aid training are important for professionals working in the landscaping and nursery industry for several reasons: 1. Emergency Response: Landscaping and nursery professionals often work in outdoor environments that can involve physical labor and potential […]

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Choking: Why is a Quick Response Required?

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Choking - CPR and FIrst Aid Training from Medic Response
22
May

It’s always advisable to take a certified First Aid and CPR course to be prepared to handle emergencies effectively. If someone is choking, it is crucial to act quickly to help them. Here are the steps you can take if you encounter a choking person: Assess the situation: Determine if the person is indeed choking […]

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What are the benefits of CPR and First Aid Training for Real Estate Agents?

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Real Estate Agents - FIrst Aid and CRP
24
Feb

As a real estate agent, it’s important to be prepared for any situation that may arise while showing properties or working with clients. Knowing CPR and first aid can not only be a lifesaving skill, but it can also give clients and colleagues a sense of comfort and trust in your abilities. One of the […]

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The Importance of Wilderness and Remote First Aid

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Wilderness Training
10
Feb

Medic Response Health & Safety offers a Wilderness and Remote First Aid course. Wilderness and remote first aid are crucial skills for outdoor enthusiasts and those who work in remote areas. These skills are designed to provide life-saving care in the absence of immediate access to medical facilities. Wilderness and remote environments present unique challenges […]

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Benefits of Knowing CPR in an Emergency and Having an AED

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Emergency CPR/AED
04
Jan

The collapse of football player Damar Hamlin was a reminder of the benefits of knowing CPR in an emergency. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique that’s useful in many emergencies in which someone’s breathing or heartbeat has stopped. Despite recent gains, less than 40% of adults receive layperson-initiated CPR, and fewer than 12% have […]

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September is National Emergency Preparedness Month

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September Emergency Preparedness Month
19
Sep

Are you Ready for that Unknown Emergency? Medic Response Health & Safety can help. September is national emergency preparedness month.  Do you have what it takes to survive a natural or man-made disaster. It can happen anywhere – any time. You need to plan and be prepared in the case of an emergency – for […]

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CPR and First Aid Requirements for Childcare Providers

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Childcare First Aid and CPR
24
Aug

As a child care professional, you will be required to meet certain standards to ensure your level of knowledge and competency. More than half of the U.S population consists of working parents with children under the age of 6 and require child care services outside of their home. As a child care professional, you will […]

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Did you know that Dentists and Dental Assistants are required to have a BLS Health Care Provider CPR/BLS Basic Life Support Certification in Virginia?

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Dentist Certification - Medic Response Health & Safety
27
Jul

Certification for Dentists in Virginia A dentist to include oral surgeons, endodontist, periodontist, prosthodontist, orthodontist, shall maintain current training certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) with hands-on airway training for health care providers for Basic Life Support (BLS) unless he is required by 18VAC60-21-290 or 18VAC60-21-300 to hold current certification in advanced life support with hands-on […]

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The Importance of First Aid on a Boat

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First Aid on a Boat - Medic Response
19
Jul

Be safe, wherever life on your boat may take you! Although first-aid kits aren’t considered mandatory gear according to U.S. Coast Guard regulations, experienced boaters know that having a properly stocked kit aboard should be considered an absolute must. Injuries, whether minor or severe, can happen anywhere, but those that happen aboard a boat come […]

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Did you know that Teachers are required to have CPR AED and First Aid Certification in Virginia?

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Teacher Training and Certification
15
Jul

First Aid, CPR/AED Certification Mandated for Teacher Licensure and Renewal The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) requires all those seeking initial teacher licensure and license renewals and provisional teaching licenses to have documentation of certification or training in emergency first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). As of July […]

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Preparedness, Training, Wilderness

What is the most Dangerous Occupation in the U.S.?

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Sawyer Logging Medic Response
11
Jul

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration calls Sawyer and Logging “the most dangerous occupation in the U.S.” That’s due in part to the tools and equipment (like chain saws and logging machines) that are hazardous, and in part to the momentum of trees as they fall and roll. Sawyer (a person who saws timber for […]

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We Offer On-Site Training at your Office, School or Business

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On-site training from Medic Response
31
May

Medic Response Health & Safety offers training to meet your needs. At Medic Response Health & Safety, we offer a wide variety of American Heart Association, American Red Cross, American Health Safety Institute and Wilderness First Aid courses to fit the needs of you or your team. We serve the areas of Northern Virginia, the […]

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Preparedness, Wilderness

Are You Prepared for Hiking Season?

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Wilderness Hiking Preparation - Medic Response
07
May

Always check the weather forecast before a hike so you can dress appropriately. It is hiking season again. When you hike in the wilderness – whether it be a short or long distance from the trail head, what do you do if the weather changes or the unknown happens? Are You Prepared? Medic Response Health […]

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